1989 Citroen AX vs. 1967 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1989 Citroen AX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen AX (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen AX weights approximately 95 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen AX (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1967 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | AX | Mini |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
